PORTOLA VALLEY SUMMER CONCERT SERIES 2025
We have booked a fantastic lineup for the 2025 Portola Valley Summer Concert Series!
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Award-winning blues guitarist & singer songwriter
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August 7: Ol'man Brothers Band
Authentic and talented Allman Brothers tribute band
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Soulful, high-energy original retro-rock
All concerts are at the Town Center on Thursday nights, 5:30 PM - 8:00 PM after the Farmers' Market. If you are a business interested in being a sponsor, check out the Sponsorship levels that include sponsorship of the Summer Concert Series on our Contribute page.
Chris Cain
Thursday, July 10, 5:30 - 8:00 PM
Nominated by the Blues Music Awards in Memphis for 2018 and 2021 Blues Guitarist of the Year, vocalist and songwriter blues guitarist Chris Cain has toured all over North America and made repeated trips around the globe. He’s performed at the Chicago Blues Festival, The Doheny Blues Festival, The Philadelphia Blues Festival, The Waterfront Blues Festival in Portland, and many others. He’s played concerts and festivals in Argentina, Uruguay, Italy, Spain, France, Belgium, The Netherlands, Sweden, Norway, Switzerland, Australia, New Zealand, Russia, Ukraine, and more.
His latest album, Good Intentions Gone Bad was released last year on Alligator Records.
“A heady stew of rough-and-tumble electric blues...potent guitar work and rough, lived-in vocals are edge-of-your-seat stuff. Cain’s exceptional original songs relentlessly reveal startling hooks and riffs amidst a wash of piercing, razor-sharp guitar." - BLUES & RHYTHM
Ol'man Brothers
Thursday, August 7, 5:30 - 8:00 PM
The Ol'man Brothers Band is a new group of ol' pro musicians dedicated to honoring the timeless music of The Allman Brothers Band, one of the greatest bands in rock history. From soulful ballads to electrifying solos, The O'man Brothers Band brings every song to life with passion and precision.
Based in the San Francisco Bay Area, this group of talented professional musicians, brings years of stage and studio experience and a deep appreciation of The Allman Brothers Band's catalog to authentically capture their sound and style. The Ol'man Brothers Band is a tribute that resonates with fans, old and new alike.
Mladen Vukic – Lead Vocals / Acoustic Guitar
Michael Tyler – Electric/Slide Guitar
Simon Govan – Smith Electric Guitar
John Mastory – Bass Guitar
Russ St. John – Drums
Al Diaz – Drums
Mark Le Mon – Keys / Vocals
Ginger Molasses
Thursday, September 4, 5:30 - 8:00 PM
Ginger Molasses captivates audiences with an intoxicating and energetic blend of nostalgia and innovation. Channeling the golden era of the 1960s and 70s, the band delivers an experience that transcends generations. Frontwoman Tawnee Kendall's high-octane, high-energy performances, outrageous costumes, and soul-stirring vocals captivate audiences from the first note. Backed by a collective of seasoned musicians, Ginger Molasses boasts a caliber of songwriting and musicianship that is unparalleled.
Every performance resonates with precision and passion, reflecting the culmination of years of dedication and expertise. Ginger Molasses is an undeniably delicious sensory experience that infects every audience member with the unadulterated need to dance, sing, and have a good time.
Tawnee Kendall – Frontwoman, Songwriter
Lessley Anderson –
Keyboards, Synth, Background Vocals, Songwriter
Galen Krumel – Bassist
Nick Overhauser – Drummer, Background Vocals
Bodhi Dulac – Guitarist, Background Vocals
Donors and Sponsors
On behalf of local music fans, PV Palooza Foundation thanks the donors and sponsors of the Portola Valley Summer Concert Series!
PLATINUM SPONSORS
Silver Sponsors
INDIVIDUAL DONORS
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Rothrock Family
HISTORY OF THE PORTOLA VALLEY SUMMER CONCERT SERIES
Since 2010, the Portola Valley Cultural Arts Committee organized the Portola Valley Summer Concert Series, with all funding provided but the Town of Portola Valley. Over 40 bands performed over the past 15 years since the beginning of the tradition, and the concerts have become some of the most anticipated events in the community.
For 2025, the Town has asked PV Palooza Foundation to plan, organize, promote and produce the Summer Concert Series on a trial basis. We of course hope to earn the honor of continuing to be the producer of the series next year and beyond!